Lead Security Architect (SC Cleared Role)

Network IT is currently recruiting for a Lead Security Architect, on behalf of our client in Milton Keynes.

This is a 12 month initial contract, to provide Security Architecture expertise to a client who are undergoing a busy period, and require additional security expertise to drive projects forward, supporting the business and the wider security team.

Our client is looking for an experienced IT Security professional, who can contribute to designs, policies, procedures and implementations across technology, generally being able to face off with a wide variety of security challenges, in a sector which requires particular attention to security threats.

Particular areas of interest would be experience in the security architecture underpinning cross domain connectivity, data sharing and IT platforms.

Please note that this is an onsite role, due to the nature of the security clearance requirements.

Key Information:

Role: Lead Security Architect

Duration: 12 Months

Rate: £(Apply online only) per day

Status: Inside IR35

Location: Milton Keynes

Working Pattern: Onsite

Key Skills:

Strong background in Security Architecture, particularly within government

Wide security knowledge of IT risks, cyber security, software, data and SOC

Understanding of security protocols, cryptography and implementing MFA

Understanding of frameworks, such as ISO27001

Previous exposure to working on security underpinning cross domain connectivity and data sharing

Contribution to design activity, policies and procedures

Able to interface effectively with stakeholders, and other teams in security to effectively drive forward change

Must be eligible for, or holding SC Clearance

DV clearance would be nice to have